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Why Success in Your Job Search Starts with Mindset with Michelle Schafer

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Have you ever felt like your job search was one giant uphill battle?

Apply. Wait. Rejection (or ghosted). Repeat.

Michelle Schafer wants you to know — this moment is not forever. In this episode, Michelle shares practical, encouraging strategies to help you navigate a career transition with resilience + confidence.

Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode

We explore:
+ 3 areas to focus on for career fulfillment
+ How to reframe networking so it feels natural and energizing
+ Where to start when you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed
+ The most common limiting beliefs that hold job seekers back — and how to overcome them
+ What to do when discouragement sets in (and why “this moment is not forever”)
+ Simple habits, like 5 Minutes to Flourish, to keep your momentum

If you’re in a career transition or actively searching for your next role, this conversation will help you focus on what matters most: taking care of yourself, leaning into your relationships, and trusting that every tiny step forward counts.

Connect with Michelle
🤝 Michelle on the web: LinkedIn | Website

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Want more career wisdom? Check out these podcast episodes/blog posts!

+ Secrets from a Corporate Recruiter Featuring Yolanda Owens
+ Setbacks into Stepping Stones: From Interview Rejection into Lucky Opportunities
+ Introvert Career Diaries: Interview Strategies

For more insider stories, quick tips, and #CareerTalk, I invite you to connect with me on Instagram @flourish.careers.

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October 22, 2025

Episode 140 | Why Success in Your Job Search Starts with Mindset with Michelle Schafer | Flourish Careers Podcast | Episode featured image

Why Success in Your Job Search Starts with Mindset with Michelle Schafer

Episode 140 | Why Success in Your Job Search Starts with Mindset with Michelle Schafer | Flourish Careers Podcast | Episode featured image

Why Success in Your Job Search Starts with Mindset with Michelle Schafer

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